Devastated Madonna today made a grim journey to Ireland for the funeral of one of her best friends.

The Queen of Pop attended the well-known interior designer, David Collins' funeral in St Patrick's Church in Monkstown at 11.30am.

The Dubliner, 58, tragically passed away just three weeks after being diagnosed with skin cancer.

He has been a close friend of Madonna for the last 17 years – with the pair regularly spending time with each other in London.

Best friends: David and Madonna

Following the heartbreaking news that he had passed away last Wednesday, Madonna jetted into London and was spotted in Heathrow dressed entirely in black.

She acknowledged his death on her Instagram page, and along with a picture of red roses, said: “In memory of David Collins. He was a great talent and a good and loyal friend for 17 years! God bless him and may he RIP.”

Others at the funeral this morning included BBC presenter Graham Norton.